Iris Vanderbilt had a tumultuous childhood, marked by the ominous shadows cast by her parents. When she was just a teenager, her parents unceremoniously ran her out of their home, leaving her to fend for herself. In those trying times, Iris found solace in her best friend, River. Together, they had ventured into dark territories and faced trouble that had left them estranged as adults.
Years passed and Iris, with her remarkable tenacity and determination, rose to become the owner of a successful company. However, her personal life was far from perfect. She found herself entangled in a toxic and abusive relationship with a man named Chase, who held her captive in a web of manipulation and control.
On the other hand, River had become the notorious leader of a ruthless mafia gang, instilling fear and commanding respect in equal measure. His life had turned to one of crime and violence, far removed from the innocence of his childhood.
Iris's father fell ill and eventually passed away, old wounds resurfaced. Her mother sought reconciliation, but Iris found it impossible to move past the pain of the past. The burden of her fractured family weighed heavily on Iris's heart, and she found herself at a crossroads, battling her own demons and struggling to make sense of her turbulent life.
During this time, Iris encountered Ambrose, a kind and wealthy man who showed her kindness and consideration. As their paths crossed, Iris's heart found solace and warmth in Ambrose's presence, presenting her with a glimmer of hope for happiness.
As fate would have it, Iris and River's paths converged once more, and the old wounds and long-buried emotions rose to the surface. Despite their years-long enmity, River found himself overwhelmed by the depths of his feelings for Iris. Determined to claim her for himself, he declared his love for her, vowing to reignite the connection they once shared.
When Chef Margot loses her beloved restaurant to her cheating ex-fiance, her best friend, single dad Nathan, steps in with an unexpected offer to help her start over. As they collaborate, sparks fly-but can they overcome their complicated pasts for a chance at real love?
Season 4 of The Mechanic
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Margot Taylor thought she had it all: a thriving restaurant and a fiance she adored. But her world crumbled when her fiance abruptly cancelled their wedding and claimed ownership of her cherished restaurant. With her career in tatters and her heart broken, Margot is forced to start over.
Enter Nathan Davis, her loyal best friend and a single dad chasing big dreams of his own. As a partner in the multibillion-pound auto business, Nathan offers her a lifeline-a chance to open a new eatery on the grounds of his new mechanic shop.
As Margot pours her heartbreak into a new dream, her friendship with Nathan deepens into something much more electric. But their growing happiness is threatened when Nathan's ex-wife returns, determined to take their daughter away and upend the new couple's relationship. Caught in chaos, Margot must decide if she has the strength to fight for the life she's building...or let the wounds of her past ruin her future.
Content warning: This story contains depictions of eating disorders that may be upsetting for some readers. Reader discretion is advised.
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